Avionics Specialist - Glass Cockpits & Piston Aircraft

Job Description

Job Description

Avionics Installation & Troubleshooting Specialist - GA Aircraft 

Location: Dayton Metropolitan Area, OH 

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Client 

Our client is a premier aviation organization specializing in the maintenance, sales, and technical support of general aviation aircraft. They set the industry standard for safety and airworthiness across modern piston, light jet, and high-performance turboprop platforms, delivering top-tier service through a dedicated team of industry professionals.

• Base Salary: Negotiable, based on avionics experience, certifications, and technical capabilities

• Starting Bonus: No signing bonus offered

• Relocation Assistance: No Relocation offered

• Shift: Day Shift (Monday – Friday)

• Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage options, and retirement savings plan options

Job Summary 

We are looking for a highly skilled Avionics Technician to deliver expert system troubleshooting, glass-cockpit integrations, and structural wiring support on a stable Monday-to-Friday schedule. Operating within a respected general aviation environment, this role focuses on ensuring modern piston and turboprop aircraft meet rigorous airworthiness standards while allowing the technician to build a sustainable, long-term career with consistent weekend time off.

• Perform comprehensive avionics suite retrofits, component upgrades, and glass-cockpit installations adhering to strict manufacturer specifications and FAA guidelines.

• Construct, route, and repair aircraft wiring harnesses applying standard AC43.13 techniques, precision soldering, and crimping methods.

• Execute detailed inspections, testing, and troubleshooting of complex electrical, communication, navigation, and avionics systems on GA aircraft.

• Accurately process technical documentation, interpreting engineering drawings, wiring schematics, Airworthiness Directives (ADs), and Service Bulletins (SBs) while maintaining precise maintenance records.

• Support recertifications and bi-annual testing for transponder and pitot-static systems to meet Part 91.411 and 91.413 compliance.

• At least 3 years of hands-on avionics troubleshooting, installation, and wiring experience focused on general aviation piston aircraft.

• Proven proficiency in AC43.13 wiring standards, system integration, pin-outs, and harness construction.

• Direct hands-on background with integrated glass flight decks and modern GA avionics platforms (such as Avidyne Entegra, Garmin G1000/G3000, or similar).

• Must own a comprehensive personal set of basic hand tools and specialized electrical/avionics maintenance tools.

• Physical ability to perform tasks in confined cabin spaces, lift up to 50 lbs, and sustain extended periods of standing, stooping, and bending.

• Reliable daily commute to the Dayton area facility.

• Current FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.

• NCATT AET Certification or an active FCC Commercial Radio Operator License.

• Previous background operating within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station.

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